On this day the Church urges us to gladness in the middle of this time of expectation and penance. The coming of Jesus approaches more and more. St. John, the holy precursor, announces to the Jews the coming of the Savior. "The Savior," he says to them, "lives already among us, though unknown. He will soon appear openly." Now is the time for fervent prayers and for imploring Jesus to remain with us by His mercy. Let us prepare the way for Him by repentance and penance and by a worthy reception of the Sacraments. All of the prayers of this Mass are filled with what the Church wishes our souls to possess at the approach of the Savior.
INTROIT:
Rejoice in the Lord always: again I say, rejoice. Let your modesty be known to all men: for the Lord is nigh. Be nothing solicitous: but in everything by prayer let your petitions be made known to God. (Psalm) Lord, Thou hast blest Thy land: Thou hast turned away the captivity of Jacob. Gloria Patri. Gaudete...
Today we upheld my family's tradition of decorating the Christmas tree on Gaudete Sunday. I attempted to also follow the tradition of dipping chocolates, and they turned out very tasty, but not nearly as pretty as my mom's. Maria sure was excited about eating them though!
2 comments:
Maria sure seems to like chocolate quite a bit!
WOW
those look yummy!!!!!!!
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